Technology SynQor soars with new power module
The new MPFICQor power factor correction module from SynQor, built specifically for drones and underwing applications, delivers with an impressive 92 per cent efficiency rating. SynQor’s latest military-grade isolated
power conditioning module – MPFICQor – is designed specifically for the demanding requirements of airborne applications, such as underwing pods and ordnance systems in aircrafts and drones. It’s now available across Europe and beyond through the global electronics distributor and supply chain partner, Astute Group. The full-brick module provides efficient
and dependable performance, even at lower power levels, making it ideal for applications where size, weight and power consumption are critical considerations. It is an essential building block of an AC-DC or DC-DC power supply running from a source as defined by MIL-STD-704. One of the standout features of the
MPFIC is its exceptionally low total harmonic distortion (THD) at the AC input. With a THD of just 1.5 per cent,
it minimises electrical noise and ensures compliance with military standards including MIL-STD-1399. This is crucial in sensitive airborne environments where electromagnetic interference can disrupt critical systems. The MPFICQor incorporates active
power factor correction (PFC) technology, achieving a near-unity power factor of greater than 0.99 at full load. This high-
power factor reduces reactive power draw, optimising system integration and enhancing overall stability and reliability. Efficiency is paramount in airborne
applications, and the MPFICQor delivers with a 92 per cent efficiency rating. This not only improves system performance but also facilitates superior thermal management, reducing heat generation and extending operational life. Offered in the industry-standard
full-brick form factor, the MPFICQor is designed to meet strict size, weight and power (SWaP) requirements. Its compact size and lightweight design make it ideal for integration into space-constrained airborne platforms. SynQor emphasises the military standard
compliance of its Mil-COTS converters, and the MPFIC is no exception. It meets a wide range of military standards, including MIL-STD-704, MIL-STD-1399, MIL- STD-461, MIL-STD-810, and RTCA/ DO-160, ensuring its suitability for harsh airborne environments and compatibility with military system designs.
PTC partners with Microsoft and Volkswagen Group to develop Codebeamer Generative AI Copilot
soſt ware development across its brands and vehicle projects. PTC and Volkswagen Group partnered
with Microsoſt to help amplify the value of Codebeamer by embedding generative AI with Microsoſt Azure AI capabilities. “By having Microsoſt Azure AI in the
London-based PTC is partnering with Microsoſt and Volkswagen Group to develop a generative artifi cial intelligence (AI) copilot based on the PTC Codebeamer application lifecycle management (ALM) solution. Codebeamer Copilot will support soſt ware
development in physical products by enabling soſt ware engineers to create and manage product requirements more effi ciently as well as test, validate and release them. T is development builds on Volkswagen Group’s adoption of Codebeamer to support
Codebeamer soſt ware, it can assist us with creating new specifi cations and test cases,” said Robert Kattner, Head of IT Engineering at Volkswagen Group. “It can also improve the quality of our
requirements by removing duplicates and checking against existing quality standards. Furthermore, it can help our teams to import requirements references from older IT systems. “It will drive our productivity gains
by reducing the time to import, review, and write requirements. In a nutshell, our engineers will do their work more effi ciently.”
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www.electronicsworld.co.uk Kevin Wrenn, Chief Product Offi cer
of PTC, added his support: “We apply generative AI to help customers solve problems and capitalise on market opportunities, like the effi cient development of soſt ware-defi ned vehicles. “T e manufacturing sector holds
tremendous opportunities for generative AI use cases, and we’re thrilled to support this collaboration with PTC and Volkswagen Group, both leaders in the industry,” concluded Dayan Rodriguez, Corporate Vice President, Manufacturing & Mobility, Microsoſt . “Codebeamer Copilot is a meaningful
example of how generative AI can make a longstanding, complex process like product development simpler and more effi cient.” Codebeamer Copilot is expected to
release as a beta to select PTC customers in early 2025.
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